2016 Photo of Protests in France Is Resurfacing Online
The Claim
A photo shows demonstrations in France on the last Labor Day, May 1.
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Emerging story
Social media users recently circulated a photo purporting to be from last Sunday's Labor Day demonstrations in France.
Misbar’s Analysis
Misbar investigated the circulating photo and found it to be misleading. The photo was taken on June 15, 2016, and shows protests in Paris. Photographer Jacky Neagelen shot the photo for Reuters.
2016 Union Protest in France
A labor law amendment in June 2016 sparked union protests in France. According to media reports, the protests were marred by violent clashes between protesters and police officers.
2022 Labor Day Demonstrations in France
On May 1, 2022, thousands of people protested in France, urging French President Emmanuel Macron to abandon his promises to raise the retirement age while demanding higher wages. Clashes erupted between demonstrators and security forces, causing property and shop damage.
Translated by Wesam Abo Marq
